Congratulations to our six seniors for earning TOP 10 finishes at the state SkillsUSA competition this spring! Competing against some of Ohio’s best career-technical students, these outstanding seniors showcased exceptional technical skill, professionalism and workforce readiness. Below is a summary of our winners:
Brady Roche, North Olmsted High School – 2nd in HVAC/R
Mason Busser, Strongsville High School – 3rd in Welding
Tristan Mance, Fairview High School – 3rd in Masonry
Mason Outrich, North Olmsted High School – 4th in Sheet Metal
Josh Reddig, Berea-Midpark High School – 7th in Carpentry
John Birch, Olmsted Falls High School – 10th in Plumbing
SkillsUSA competitions are judged by industry professionals and aligned to national technical standards, emphasizing safety, precision and real-world workforce competency – placing in the Top 10 is an impressive accomplishment.
We are incredibly proud of these students for representing Polaris and the skilled trades with professionalism, talent and excellence on the state stage. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement! A special thank you to their Polaris teachers, Jeff Busser, Julio Martinez and Jonathan Paracsi, for their leadership, mentorship and dedication in preparing these students to perform under pressure and build a strong foundation for future success.